As a seasoned movie buff with decades of cinematic exploration under my belt, I must say that the recent turn of events surrounding Fede Álvarez and his Alien: Romulus masterpiece has left me both amused and bewildered. The irony of the director being banned from Reddit for confirming a fan theory about his own movie is not lost on me, much like how the Xenomorph’s acidic blood leaves nothing behind.
Warning: This article contains spoilers for Alien: Romulus
Director Fede Álvarez of ‘Alien: Romulus’ was barred from Reddit, after engaging in a discussion about his own movie on the platform. As the latest addition to the Alien series gathers critical acclaim and substantial box office earnings, numerous debates have emerged online regarding the film, particularly focusing on the character of Kay (portrayed by Isabela Merced) and the identity of her baby’s father. In a Reddit thread, a fan pointed out an intriguing scene that appeared to hint at the father’s identity; however, when Álvarez attempted to clarify the theory in the comments section, he was blocked by the moderator for being mistaken as an impersonator.
The world of social media is a minefield when it comes to proving who is who online – ask anyone who has been hacked on Facebook and attempted to reclaim their account. In this instance, the idea of the actual director of Alien: Romulus chiming in with his two cents was too much for the thread’s moderator to believe, and they immediately banned him for being someone impersonating Álvarez. However, when the director took to his X/Twitter account, the mistake was realized and the director’s Reddit privileges for the group were reinstated, which will no doubt mean he can now sleep soundly again.
Got banned from the ALIEN subreddit for apparently trying to impersonate, myself.
So, Who is the Father of Kay’s Baby in Romulus?
Álvarez confirmed what many fans thought about the father of Kay’s child.
“Yesterday, I caught the movie at IMAX, and it was fantastic! The experience was truly remarkable, as was the film itself. Towards the end, when Bjorn and Kay had a deeply emotional moment just before Bjorn passed away, some viewers might have interpreted their intimate gesture as a hint that Bjorn could be the man who impregnated her. Was I alone in thinking this?”
Álvarez briefly confirmed the question with a straightforward “Yes, he is.” followed by an appreciative “Good catch!”. Initially, this unexpected reply caused some to suspect that “fedalvar” might be an internet prankster feigning as the director. However, it appears that the situation has been clarified and everyone is now satisfied with the confirmation and gained a bit more insight into the movie in the process.
The film “Romulus,” a significant addition to the long-running Alien franchise, has garnered praise from both critics and audiences alike. This success has sparked discussions about potential sequels. While it’s possible for surviving characters to reappear in a similar fashion as Sigourney Weaver’s Ripley, given that Romulus occupies a specific spot in the Alien timeline, there is doubt whether another tale set between Romulus and Aliens would offer anything fresh. This idea has been on director Álvarez’s mind even before the film’s release. He previously expressed:
“From my perspective, the allure has always been the narrative itself. As soon as we wrapped up our work, curiosity took over: ‘What awaits them at Yvaga? Will it be utopia or dystopia?’ We find ourselves leaning towards the latter, a place they might perceive as paradise but is probably far from it. This line of thought led us to imagine where their journey continues and what fresh challenges lie ahead. Just a few minutes into our brainstorming session, we realized: ‘This sounds like the setup for a sequel.'”
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2024-08-22 16:32